1.   All this parity should make for an interesting playoff run in May.

2.   An additional rebounder and defender at power forward would position the Mavericks nicely for the playoff run.

3.   And based on the first half, it appeared they were in gear for a repeat playoff run.

4.   An extended playoff run this year would put extra money in team coffers, making a contract offer to Bonds more viable.

5.   And as usual, Colangelo is watching this playoff run unfold with an eye to the future.

6.   And Gomez, continuing a great playoff run in his second season, was the first star of the game with seven shots on goal.

7.   And with Johnson in good health, the Suns could be poised to put together a strong playoff run.

8.   Blake, who could not be reached for comment, is expected to continue his duties with the Cowboys through their playoff run, Switzer said.

9.   Both teams suffer, missing key players going into very important playoff runs.

10.   Both teams will be trying to get things together to make the playoff run.